Associate Attorney

Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP is seeking an attorney to join our Elmira, New York office and assist clients with residential real estate transactions. Candidates with at least three years of relevant legal experience are preferred, although attorneys with other levels of experience will be considered.

This position offers substantial client contact and the opportunity to take meaningful responsibility for residential real estate matters in a collaborative, team-oriented law firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent buyers and sellers in residential real estate transactions from contract through closing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, deeds, closing statements, and other transaction documents.
• Review title commitments, surveys, and other property-related documents, and work to resolve title and transaction issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, real estate agents, lenders, title companies, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in transactions.
• Coordinate and attend closings, ensuring that documents and other requirements are completed in a timely manner.
• Advise clients on legal questions and practical issues arising throughout the transaction.
• Manage multiple transactions and deadlines with the support of paralegals and other staff.
• Collaborate with attorneys and professionals across the firm’s offices and practice groups.
• Travel to closings, client locations, branch offices, or other sites as client and business needs require.

Qualifications

Successful candidates should possess:

• Admission to practice law in New York State, or eligibility for admission on motion with the ability to obtain admission promptly.
• At least three years of relevant legal experience preferred; other experience levels may be considered.
• Experience with or an interest in residential real estate transactions.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Sound professional judgment and careful attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and remain organized.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong client-service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other standard legal and business technology.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range is $90,000 to $130,000 annually. The salary offered will depend on relevant experience, qualifications, practice-area needs, and other bona fide factors. Candidates with an existing book of business may also be considered for additional incentive-based compensation or other mutually agreeable compensation arrangements.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a résumé and cover letter describing their relevant experience and interest in residential real estate law.